A NEW SINGLE INFORMATION WINDOW. THE NEW REFERENCE. THE MARITIME INFORMATION BUREAU (MIB)

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1 A NEW SINGLE INFORMATION WINDOW. THE NEW REFERENCE. THE MARITIME INFORMATION BUREAU (MIB) Vous avez une question sur l industrie maritime? You wish to speak to a marine-sector expert? You wish to get specific information on safety and security, navigation or the environment? You wish to find the answer to a question about the St. Lawrence and the Saguenay rivers? Contact the Maritime Information Bureau: the mib, what is it? The MIB is a single information window that helps getting quick access to experts and information about the marine sector, its spinoffs and its activities in Quebec. The MIB s mission is to help the media, elected officials and the public get relevant, factual marine-industryrelated information quickly and efficiently. The MIB s objectives are simple: Gather and assemble relevant information, studies and expertise of the marine industry Efficiently disseminate relevant, neutral and factual information to the media and the public

2 ECONOMY THE MARINE INDUSTRY: GENERATING QUÉBEC S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Spanning 1200 kilometers more than 3700 if we count the St. Lawrence Seaway the St. Lawrence Great Lakes transportation system is the gateway to North America s industrial heartland. 4th largest economic zone in North America after California, Texas and New York. Almost 45% of international traffic in Canada. THE MARINE INDUSTRY, AN OCEANFUL OF ADVANTAGES FOR QUEBEC S REGION jobs on land and at sea 366 businesses A $2.3 billion share of Québec s gross domestic product (GDP) $1 billion in wages $680 million in tax receipts 110 million tonnes of cargo transhipped Source: Quebec Marine Industry Economic Impact Study, SODES, 2012 BREAKDOWN OF MARINE COMPANIES BY CATEGORY IN 2013 Source: Sectorial Study on Quebec s Marine Industry Human Resources, CSMOIM, 2013

3 ECONOMY THE TYPES OF CARGO TRANSPORTED ARE: Dry and liquid bulk (wheat, ore, oil and chemical products, etc.) General breakbulk cargo (steel, aluminum, machinery, various types of equipment, etc.) Containerized cargo (wine, fruits, electronic and computer equipment, cars, etc.) Passenger transport International cruises St. Lawrence River is a more and more popular cruise destination In 2014 : 27 different ships made 348 stopovers More than cruise ship passengers and crew members Tour boats More than 75 companies A fleet of 150 boats ranging from zodiac to cruise ships Ferries Société des traversiers (STQ): Network of 13 maritime services More than 5.2 million passengers and 2.1 million vehicles every year 3/4 of the goods transhipped in st. lawrence ports are international in origin

4 ENVIRONMENT Shipping is the safest mode of transport, and the mode posting the best environmental performance. the marine industry intends to remain a sustainable development leader, and, to do so, implements various measures and best practices. Green Marine Green Marine is an environmental certification program for the North American marine industry. Year after year, Green Marine s environmental program continues to show its effectiveness and its ability to inspire participants to exceed regulatory requirements. EXAMPLE OF BEST PRACTICES Voluntary speed reduction measures for: Diminishing river bank erosion caused by ship-generated waves Avoiding collisions with marine mammals (increased detection time and vessel reaction time) The International Maritime Organization (IMO) establishes sulphur oxides emission limits in its regulations. Canadian regulations have established even more stringent limits. Use of fuel with low sulphur content (e.g. Liquid Natural Gas) Technological improvements (e.g. scrubbers or other abatement technologies) GREENHOUSE GASES (GHG) CO 2 emissions linked to shipping are lower than for any other mode of transport. Shipping accounts for 1.1% of all transport sector emissions (-40.4% compared to 1990)

5 ENVIRONMENT COMPARISON BETWEEN MODES OF TRANSPORT COMPARISON OF TYPICAL CO 2 EMISSIONS BETWEEN MODES OF TRANSPORT Grams per tonne-km 3.0 Very large container vessel (18,000 teu) 5.9 Oil tanker (80, ,999 dwt) 7.9 Bulk carrier(10,000-34,999 dwt) 80.0 Trucks (> 40 tonnes) Air freight (747, capacity 113 tonnes) Source: IMO GHG study, 2009 WASTEWATER TREATMENT Ships on the St. Lawrence River must comply with strict environmental regulations and standards. They are regularly inspected to ensure compliance. EX. : Sewage or black waters: wastewater from sanitary toilets / urinals With some exceptions, the discharge of untreated sewage into all Canadian inland waters and Canadian coastal waters within 3 nautical miles of land (ships less than 400 tons) and 12 miles of land (ships larger than 400 tons) is now banned, with a few rare exceptions AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES Aquatic invasive species can be introduced by ships ballast water. Ballast water is used by ships to ensure stability and structural integrity, by controlling the weight distribution in the vessel s tanks. Canada has the best ballast water management system in North America. Scientific assessment has shown that no invasive species have been identified since 2006, when the flushing measure was first implemented. 100% of ballast water reports are verified, 365 days/year. DREDGING Dredging activities are carried out in the St. Lawrence River to maintain the necessary depth to ensure navigation safety. These activities are overseen by various federal authorities, such as Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Canadian Coast Guard), Public Works Canada and Environment Canada.

6 Overview Green Marine Environmental program Green Marine is a voluntary environmental certification program for the marine industry in North America. What is Green Marine? Goals Participation 11 Performance Indicators Performance Rating Levels Credibility & Transparency Results to Date Governance & Management Growing support & Recognition Unique program designed for the marine industry nothing like it in the world Addresses multiple environmental impacts and issues: land, air and water Participating companies implement concrete actions, practices and technologies Reduce environmental footprint and risk Exceed regulatory compliance Continuously improve environmental performance of marine industry Program participants include shipping companies, port authorities, terminal operators, shipyards and St. Lawrence Seaway Open to firms operating in Canada and the United States For shipowners: ballast water, greenhouse gases, air emissions (SOx, NOx, PM), cargo residues, oily water, garbage management Ports, terminals & shipyards: greenhouse gases, dust, noise, odors, light, cargo residues, environmental leadership, water and land pollution prevention Performance ranked from Level 1 to 5 where Level 1 = Regulatory Monitoring and Level 5 = Excellence and Leadership Program requirements available on website CEO sign-off on performance self-assessments Independent verification of results Public disclosure of individual company results Stakeholder participation in the program revision and development process Over 200 organizations participants, partners, associations and supporters Company results improving year over year: 2014 = Level 3.2 (2008 = Level 2) Committee structure encourages sharing of ideas and best practices CEO leadership and commitment through Board of Directors Green Marine Management Corporation legal entity, federally incorporated, administers program and provides support to participants with a staff of 5 Stakeholder funded (not-for-profit basis) Supporters include government (Transport Canada, Environment Canada, etc. ) Major NGO s supporting industry s efforts (WWF-Canada, Ducks Unlimited, Carbon War Room, Great Lakes & St. Lawrence Cities Initiative, Seattle Aquarium.) Lloyd s List North American Maritime Award 2015 Winner for Environmental Excellence Winner Green Shipping Initiative of the Year, Sustainable Shipping Awards

7 MARINE SAFETY The marine transportation industry is heavily regulated through international conventions, national regulations, classification society requirements, inspections and enforcement actions. THE MARITIME SECTOR S ACCIDENT RATE IS VERY LOW: Source: The Environmental Footprint of Surface Freight Transportation, Lawson Economics Research, 2007 INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS International maritime regulations are developed within specialized United Nations agencies, such as the International Maritime Organization (IMO). 33 INTERNATIONAL CONVENTIONS TO DATE CANADIAN REGULATIONS Shipping is the most regulated mode of transportation, and Canadian regulations are exhaustive and efficient. The main Canadian laws governing marine transport are: Canada Shipping Act Marine Transportation Security Act Navigable Waters Protection Act Pilotage Act Canada Marine Act

8 MARINE SAFETY TANKERS Tankers, which transport liquid bulk such as oil and gas, are subject to very strict, rigorous inspections and legislation. To carry oil, ship owners must meet Transport Canada s requirements, which include the use of double hull tankers (a type of hull where the vessel s bottom and sides have two complete layers of watertight hull surfaces). Ship owners must also comply with their clients rules and those of the International Tankers Owners Pollution Federation, including a: Tanker inspection program every 6 months, covering 750 validation criteria Verification process (vetting) before travelling Program of the ship s structural review Double hull tanker Photo credit: Desgagnés Tanker Spill Prevention Features Two local pilots for tankers in specific situations Tanks must have segregated storage tanks Redundant steering and propulsion system Port State Control ship inspection program: foreign vessels entering Canadian waters are boarded & inspected to ensure compliance with various major international maritime conventions various major international maritime conventions Double hulls: Since 2010, all tankers over 5,000 DWT calling at Canadian ports must be double-hulled; single hulled ships to be phased out in Canada by 2015 Two escort tugs for tankers in specific situations Source: Moving Energy Safely, Standing Senate Committee on Energy, the Environment and Natural Resources, Senate

9 MARINE SAFETY WORLD-CLASS TANKER SAFETY SYSTEM Although Canadian legislation governing oil transport by ship is internationally renowned as being one of the world s most complete and safest, on March 18, 2013, the federal government announced its intention to create a World-Class Tanker Safety System. This initiative includes legislative changes and the following measures: 100% of foreign tankers will be inspected new and modified navigation aids including buoys, lights and other devices to warn of obstructions and to mark the location of preferred shipping routes establishment of a Canadian Coast Guard Incident Command System review of existing pilotage and tug escort requirements unlimited compensation in case of a spill scientific research on non-conventional petroleum products, such as diluted bitumen, to enhance understanding of these substances and how they behave when released in a marine environment Expansion of the National Aerial Surveillance Program increase in the number of ports designated for traffic control measures, starting with Kitimat, BC. LIABILITY AND COMPENSATION FOR OIL SPILLS Canada s oil pollution liability and compensation program is based on the polluter pays principle and is set out in the Marine Liability Act. This Act implements several international conventions which require ship owners to hold insurance in an amount that is linked to the vessel s tonnage. Moreover, Canada goes even further, having created its own Ship-Source Oil Pollution Fund (SOPF), a national fund that acts as a fourth level of funding. Canada is currently working on legislative changes in order to implement unlimited compensation in case of oil spill. This makes the total approximately $1.36 billion for the oil pollution liability and compensation program in Canada.

10 PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION PREVENTION: THE BEST WAY TO AVOID INCIDENTS AND ACCIDENTS The crews on canadian vessels are trained in keeping with stringent, efficient standards. ALL SEAFARERS MUST: Hold certificates or licences, have general seamanship training and undergo regular medical exams Take Marine Emergency Duty training (60-hour course) Take a first aid course. Transport Canada sets a minimum crewing level for each vessel according to scheduled operations and distances. For oil transport: Transport Canada requires officers to have specific qualifications on their certificate of competency (petroleum product transportation) Oil companies apply additional combined experience criteria for senior officers EXAMPLES OF INDUSTRY S BEST PRACTICES: Marine industry stakeholders implement emergency response plans on land, at sea and in port facilities. Regular simulation exercises are carried out to validate their efficiency and ensure ongoing improvement. Examples: A tested emergency plan and a contingency plan must be available on each vessel A drill program covering all emergency situations is implemented on board each vessel Monthly onboard health, safety and environment inspections EMERGENCY MEASURES TRAINING CENTRE (CFMU) The Institut maritime du Québec s Centre de formation aux mesures d urgence (CFMU-Emergency measures training centre) is the only organization specialized in marine emergency training. It offers seafarers regulatory training in sea rescue, sea survival and firefighting on board ship. The CFMU has various laboratories and modules equipped for practical exercises.

11 PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION EASTERN CANADA RESPONSE CORPORATION (ECRC) AND RESPONSE ORGANIZATIONS ECRC, or Eastern Canada Response Corporation, is a response organization certified by Transport Canada. ECRC s specialized technicians are mandated to intervene quickly in case of an oil spill in order to minimize environmental impacts. They act quickly to contain and clean the site. Ships and oil handling facilities must make contractual arrangements with a response organization (ro) certified by transport canada. Every 3 YEARS, response organizations must renew their certification with Transport Canada, thus confirming their ability to respond in accordance with the regulatory requirements. In case of an oil spill, key players have a well-defined role: Transport Canada Regulates, monitors and oversees the marine industry s responsibilities Certifies and inspects Canada s Response Organizations Inspects oil handling facilities and reviews Oil Pollution Emergency Plans and vessels Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plans Oversees exercises and training of spill response personnel Inspects vessels in order to verify their compliance with applicable national and international requirements Canadian Coast Guard Ensures an appropriate ship-source response Has authority to play the role of On-scene Commander if the polluter is unknown, unwilling or unable to respond Maintains the National Contingency Plan, regional and local response plans Environment Canada and Fisheries and Oceans Canada Provide timely, accessible sciencebased advice on environmental sensitivities, weather forecasts, oil fate and behavior, response actions and environmental clean-up SHIP OWNERS AND OTHER POLLUTERS: Make contractual arrangements with Response Organizations Develop Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plans Provide crew training Report pollution incidents PROVINCIAL AND TERRITORIAL GOVERNMENTS Play an important role in supporting preparedness and response, for example, through integration with emergency management plans and associated spheres such as waste and wildlife management, and public communications.

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